We added small updates to our living room this year, and I realized it's been a while since I have shared this room! When we were wrapping up our kitchen cabinet installation last fall, we asked the crew if they could continue the kitchen crown molding through the living room and bookshelves. Today we are
I've been planning to write up a post with more detail about the Home Office built-ins' trim work even before the One Room Challenge ended. I think many of us are visual learners, so hopefully having the trims listed out will help if you want to do a similar project. I started with Target bookcases, but I think the premise can be applied to any basic bookcase. And feel free to use these trims as a jumping off point. There are so many different options, so mix and match to cover seams and create a look that you like! These bookcases were previously standalone bookcases from Target, that I added an additional unit to, to the raise the height. After vertical shiplap was added to the wall, the upper and lower units were secured to the wall. I also secured them to each other using 2 1/2" trim screws. Then I added lots of trim to create a seamless, built-in look. The pictures below show the exact trims I used for upper and lower sections of the bookcases, and trims used cover the seams where the all the individual bookcases met. All of my trims were attached with my Ryobi brad nailer and then caulked and painted. I don't generally use glue when I add trim. That way if I need to adjust or remove, it's easier to take apart. To see the full finished office, click here. If you tackle a similar project, tag me on Instagram @oakhousedesignco! I would love to see your work!
Here at BANDD, we are huge fans of built-ins of all types. I feel like they really tie a space together and make it look complete and customized. Built-ins are not only great for keeping your home organized and functional, but they can also also add dimension, contrast, and style. Here you can find our […]
Have a space in your house that needs a built-in? Here's a step-by step to build this easy project to turn bookcases into built-ins.
We added small updates to our living room this year, and I realized it's been a while since I have shared this room! When we were wrapping up our kitchen cabinet installation last fall, we asked the crew if they could continue the kitchen crown molding through the living room and bookshelves. Today we are
An easy step-by-step tutorial to build a bookshelf from floor-to-ceiling. Create your own for only about $50!
We added small updates to our living room this year, and I realized it's been a while since I have shared this room! When we were wrapping up our kitchen cabinet installation last fall, we asked the crew if they could continue the kitchen crown molding through the living room and bookshelves. Today we are
Home blogger Chrissy Marie shares how she created built in office cabinets affordably. See how we transformed our dining room with built in office cabinets.
We added small updates to our living room this year, and I realized it's been a while since I have shared this room! When we were wrapping up our kitchen cabinet installation last fall, we asked the crew if they could continue the kitchen crown molding through the living room and bookshelves. Today we are
With so much to share about how Little Leslie updated her new home with Hubby Charles, this is the second part of the series. If you missed last week, catch up here to see the gorgeous dining, living and kitchen renovations! Moving from the kitchen...
The decorative molding on these IKEA cabinets gives the built-in sideboards a timelessly elegant paneled effect
Yep. We’re crazy. Work starts on the fireplace project today. The goal? To have every single room in the house under construction at once. Jokes. ;) It’s to square out those awful 1960s-style rounded edges, and to make our living room more usable before the baby arrives. (Please excuse the terrible nighttime photo, but above is what the room currently looks like. You can see some better shots here and here!) I know this is kind of frowned upon,
Learn from start to finish about how I was able to design and build my own custom living room built-ins all as a stay-at-home mom!
Ikea Hack Built-Ins: I wanted to create custom looking built-ins around the french doors in my house. I started with Ikea Billy Bookcases and customized them to make a to make a unique, built-from-scratch look. By adding trim moulding and paint, I was able to add an u…
Find out how we transformed our home office with custom DIY built-in shelves with storage! Details on our office makeover in The Arched Manor
These stylish IKEA mudroom hacks prove that function, form and affordability can all go hand-in-hand...
How to add molding to plain bookcases. Step by step tutorial.
What is the best way to tackle a large project? I small pieces...which is why I broke my custom built-in into three different posts. I shared how I installed the base cabinets and how I
DIY OFFICE is DONE! I started this project back in October. First, I ripped out the carpet and built the base with 2x4’s. I used a
Our office built-ins are officially done! After many days of hard work spent planning, building, and painting these, I'm showing off the final look.
A step-by-step tutorial for how to make professional looking DIY built-in bookshelves using IKEA bookcase sections for vertical storage.
If you’re staring at your old built-in bookshelves, feeling like they’re stuck in a time warp, don’t freak out. Today I’m going share with you how to make old built-ins and shelves...
Learn how to build your own DIY Built-in Bookshelves including a window seat with this detailed, step by step tutorial.
One of the things I’ve always wanted in a house is built-ins, preferably around a fireplace. Lucky for me, the house we purchased 2.5 years ago came with exactly that! Except it was nowhere n…
The final result looks like custom window (or door) trim, but it's painless and affordable to make by combining stock profiles.
What is the best way to tackle a large project? I small pieces...which is why I broke my custom built-in into three different posts. I shared how I installed the base cabinets and how I
One of the best things about building your own home is being able to make it custom to exactly what you want. Well, that is within what your budget allows. I love planning and coming up with each room's unique design and finishes. It's always important, as I have stated before, while making each room unique, the look still flows with the remainder of the home.
